Episodi

  • From Prevention to Treatment: Advancing Men’s Bone

    From Prevention to Treatment: Advancing Men’s Bone
    Oct 6 2026
    Osteoporosis is often associated with women, but men are also at risk for bone loss and fractures as they age. On this episode of Bone Talk, host Ami Patel talks with Annette Gantz, a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease, about why men need to pay attention to their bone health and what they can do to protect it.
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  • Understanding Biosimilars: A Patient's Questions Answered

    Understanding Biosimilars: A Patient's Questions Answered
    Sep 22 2026
    For people living with osteoporosis, making decisions about treatment can sometimes feel overwhelming. There are different types of medications, different ways they are given, and new treatment options continue to become available. One term patients may increasingly hear from their doctors, pharmacists, or health plans is "biosimilar." But what exactly is a biosimilar? Is it the same medication? Does it work the same way? Is it as safe? And what should a patient know if their doctor or insurance company recommends switching from a biologic medication they are already taking to a biosimilar? This episode approaches those questions from the patient perspective. Sally Fullman helps guide the conversation by asking the kinds of questions patients may have when they encounter biosimilars as part of their osteoporosis care. Answering those questions is Dr. Naga Yalla, an endocrinologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine.
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  • Men and Osteoporosis: The Silent Risk Few Talk About

    Men and Osteoporosis: The Silent Risk Few Talk About
    Aug 26 2026
    Osteoporosis is still widely thought of as a woman's disease, and that assumption carries a real cost. Men are screened less often, diagnosed later, and treated less frequently, even though a man who breaks a hip is more likely to die in the year that follows than a woman who breaks a hip. On this episode of Bone Talk, Ami Patel, Vice President of Science and Education at the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, explores why osteoporosis in men remains so quiet, who is at risk, and what can be done long before a bone breaks. Joining her is Jacqueline Kernaghan, a physician assistant who specializes in osteoporosis with Main Line HealthCare Osteoporosis in Concordville, Pennsylvania. Jacqui has spent nearly two decades caring for patients with bone disease and sees firsthand how often osteoporosis in men goes unrecognized until a fracture forces the conversation.
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  • A Man's Journey with Osteoporosis: Diagnosis, Education, and Preventing Fractures

    A Man's Journey with Osteoporosis: Diagnosis, Education, and Preventing Fractures
    Jul 30 2026
    Osteoporosis is often thought of as a disease that only affects women, but this episode of Bone Talk challenges that misconception. BHOF Vice President of Science & Education Ami Patel is joined by Joshua Wing, a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in orthopedic surgery and bone health, and Michael Lavacot, a Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation patient advocate whose osteoporosis was discovered before he experienced a fracture. Michael shares his personal journey from denial to becoming a passionate advocate for patient education, while Josh explains why early diagnosis and timely treatment are critical for preventing fractures and protecting long-term bone health. Together, they highlight the importance of recognizing risk factors, asking questions, and taking action before a broken bone changes your life.
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  • The Future of Osteoporosis Research: SABRE, AI, and the Next Era of Bone Health

    The Future of Osteoporosis Research: SABRE, AI, and the Next Era of Bone Health
    Jun 30 2026
    On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill is joined by Dr. Mary Bouxsein, Professor at Harvard Medical School and a leading researcher in bone health and biomechanics, to discuss groundbreaking advances that could transform osteoporosis care. Their conversation explores how the SABRE initiative is reshaping osteoporosis drug development, the growing role of artificial intelligence in fracture prediction and screening, and why greater awareness and participation in research are essential to improving bone health outcomes for millions of people.
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  • Strong Bones for Midlife Women: Building Strength, Preventing Fractures, and Aging Well

    Strong Bones for Midlife Women: Building Strength, Preventing Fractures, and Aging Well
    May 14 2026
    On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill talks with physical therapist and health coach Lisa Hamilton, PT, DPT, NBC-HWC about why midlife is such a critical window for bone health. Their conversation focuses on how women can take proactive steps to build strength, prevent fractures, and stay active and independent as they age.
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  • Strong From the Inside Out: Why Pelvic Floor Health Matters for Your Bones

    Strong From the Inside Out: Why Pelvic Floor Health Matters for Your Bones
    Apr 16 2026
    On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF Claire Gill is joined by Ingrid Harm-Ernandes, PT, WCS, BCB-PMD to unpack a topic many overlook in bone health conversations: the pelvic floor. Their discussion reveals how this hidden muscle system plays a critical role in strength, balance, mobility, and fall prevention. The pelvic floor is more than just a support structure. It acts as a foundation for the body, working in coordination with the core, hips, and spine. When functioning properly, it supports organs, controls bladder and bowel function, contributes to sexual health, and stabilizes movement. When it is weak or not functioning correctly, it can increase the risk of falls and fractures.
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  • Stronger Together: Navigating Osteoporosis as a Family

    Stronger Together: Navigating Osteoporosis as a Family
    Mar 10 2026
    Helen and Michelle, a mother and daughter navigating osteoporosis together, join BHOF CEO Claire Gill on the latest episode of Bone Talk. What began as a fall at a summer concert became a turning point that reshaped how their family thinks about bone health. Michelle initially believed her arm could not really be broken after what seemed like a minor fall, but X-rays confirmed the fracture and forced her to reconsider something she had long associated with much older women. Together, Helen and Michelle discuss the role of family history, the importance of self-advocacy, and why bone health should be part of family conversations long before a fracture occurs.
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